Julienas

This natural cru Beaujolais from granite-rich soils shows structure and verve in equal measure. Vin Noé is the project of American-born Jonathan Purcell, who works with old-vine Gamay in the northern reaches of Juliénas. Fruit is hand-harvested, wild-fermented in concrete and aged in neutral oak—no sulphur added, no filtration. Expect black cherry, blood orange and cracked pepper, with firm tannins and mineral length. It is vivid and serious; natural in approach, classical in frame. A rare Beaujolais with the bones to age. Serve slightly cool with chargrilled lamb, lentils or herby sausage. This natural cru Beaujolais from granite-rich soils shows dark fruit, spice and savoury grip, ideal with lamb or earthy dishes.